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Why Mosquito Coils Are Dangerous for Cats
Most mosquito repellents contain pyrethroids that a cat's liver cannot break down. Even small exposure can poison a cat, so physical and plant-based methods are far safer for cat homes.
What Are the Symptoms of Cat Diarrhea
Diarrhea is soft to watery stool. If your cat has diarrhea, you may see blood, mucus, parasites or foreign material in the stool. Here is a detailed look at the symptoms.
Why Do Cats and Dogs Vomit
There are many causes of vomiting in cats and dogs, and it can be either physiological or pathological. Frequent vomiting is usually disease-related. Here is a detailed explanation.
A Cat’s Nutritional Needs
What nutrients does a cat need?
FIP in Cats: Symptoms and Treatment
FIP, short for Feline Infectious Peritonitis, means inflammation of the abdominal lining. When this inflammation is linked to a specific mutated feline coronavirus, it is infectious peritonitis (FIP). Only a small fraction of coronavirus strains cause FIP.
Types and Symptoms of Hepatitis in Cats and Dogs
Hepatitis in pets has many causes and several types: viral, drug-induced, from external parasites, and autoimmune. Causes differ, but the symptoms are similar. Here is the detailed breakdown.
What Factors Affect Cat Hepatitis
The exact cause of cat hepatitis is debated, but the risk factors are clear: obesity, poor diet, wrong medication, poisoning, and low water intake. Small issues, sustained, become big problems. Here is the breakdown.
Feline Primary Hepatic Jaundice
Feline primary hepatic jaundice is directly caused by too much bilirubin in the blood, which happens when the liver's metabolism or excretion goes wrong. Many things can disrupt liver metabolism - here is the breakdown.
Care Notes for Treating Cat Hepatitis
Cat hepatitis is not a death sentence - it can be treated, and earlier treatment means faster recovery. Do not give up on your cat. These care notes will help your cat recover sooner.
What to Do When a Dog Has Ringworm on Its Legs (and Which Medicines Help)
Left untreated, ringworm on a dog's legs can spread across the body, causing widespread hair loss, dandruff, and flaking. So what should you do, and which medicines treat dog ringworm? Read on for a practical guide.